Bayou City Fellowship

Jesus is led by the Spirit into the wilderness and tempted by Satan. Instead of offering a simple formula for resisting temptation, Luke 4 invites us to see something deeper. This passage shows us what God is really like and what it costs to follow Him. In this sermon, we explore how Jesus reveals a God who is not against us, not distant, and not waiting for us to fail, but a Father who is for us. At the same time, Jesus shows us that trusting God often means choosing the costly road instead of the shortcut.

• God is for us and invites us into a safe, personal relationship with Him
• Jesus shows us the cost of trusting the Father instead of taking shortcuts
• Following Jesus means obedience, trust, and surrender even when it’s hard

Key Scriptures:
Luke 4:1–13
Hebrews 4:14–16
Psalm 8
Matthew 6:31–33
Romans 5:8

Challenge yourself to trust God where obedience feels costly right now. Ask where He is calling you to follow without shortcuts. If this message encouraged you, share it with someone who needs to be reminded that God is for them.

Bayou City Fellowship Cypress Campus | Nick Maricle | February 8, 2026
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Freedom is something every heart longs for, but most of us look for it in places that can’t deliver. In Luke 3, John the Baptist prepares the way for Jesus by calling people to repentance, not as condemnation, but as an invitation into freedom. This message reminds us that repentance is not about cleaning ourselves up, but about turning toward grace and learning to lean fully on Christ.

• Repentance is not just feeling sorry, it is a changed direction that leads to freedom
• Grace always comes first and invites us to turn back to God
• True freedom is found when we stop leaning on ourselves and identify with Christ

Key Scriptures:
Luke 3:1–22
Isaiah 40:3–5
Romans 12:2
Galatians 2:20

Ask God what He may be calling you to turn from and take a step toward Him today. Whether it’s your first time or your hundredth, repentance is an open door to freedom. Share this message with someone who needs to be reminded that grace is still available.

Bayou City Fellowship Cypress Campus | Cole Ellerbrock | February 1, 2026
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We all know what it’s like to deal with clutter in our homes, but what about the clutter in our hearts? In Luke 3, John the Baptist interrupts everyday life to prepare people for the arrival of King Jesus. His message reminds us that spiritual drift is real, repentance is necessary, and making room for Jesus requires clearing what blocks our response to Him. This message challenges us to slow down, examine what’s cluttering our hearts, and respond to Christ with urgency, humility, and trust.

• Spiritual drift is natural, but God lovingly interrupts us to call us back
• Repentance is a continual realignment of our lives toward God
• Jesus has ultimate authority and unmatched humility, inviting us to make room for Him

Key Scriptures:
Luke 3:1–38
Isaiah 40:3–5
Romans 1:18
Romans 5:18–19

Ask God what clutter may be slowing your response to Him and take one step of obedience this week. Share this message with a friend or family member who needs encouragement to make room for Jesus.

Bayou City Fellowship Spring Branch Campus | Tom Douthit | February 1, 2026
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Jesus makes a bold promise in John 14: believers will do the works He did and even greater works. But what does He really mean, and why does it feel so distant from everyday Christian life? In this message, Missions Pastor George Terry unpacks Jesus’ words in their context, clarifying what “greater works” truly means, who the promise is for, and how prayer aligned with God’s purposes releases lasting impact. This sermon challenges us to move beyond comfortable faith and step into the mission God designed us for.

• Greater works are not more spectacular but more extensive and eternal
• Every believer is included, but not every believer lives into this potential
• Prayer becomes powerful when it aligns with God’s will, not personal ambition

Key Scriptures:
John 14:12–14
Acts 1:1–2
Psalm 8
James 4:2–3

Ask God how He wants to use your life for eternal impact, not temporary comfort.
Invite: Share this message with someone who feels insignificant or unsure how God could use them.

Bayou City Fellowship Tomball Campus | George Terry | January 18, 2026
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What does it really mean to have a radical focus on Jesus? Many of us believe the right things and stay connected to church, yet our lives can feel blurry and unfocused. In this message, Pastor AK Kuruvilla explores why focusing on Jesus is foundational to a well-lived life and how loving Him is always expressed through obedience. By looking at the Great Commandment and the Great Commission, we are reminded that following Jesus is not about extremes but about exclusive allegiance. 

• A radical focus on Jesus is the root of how we live, love, and follow Him
• Loving Jesus is evidenced by obedience, even when it’s difficult
• Discipleship happens in the gap between knowing truth and living it out

Key Scriptures:
Matthew 22:36–40
Matthew 28:18–20
John 14:15–23
Colossians 2:6–7
Psalm 16:1–11

Ask yourself where your focus may have drifted and what obedience to Jesus looks like in this season of life. Commit to growing alongside others by stepping into biblical community, and share this message with someone who desires a life centered on Christ.

Bayou City Fellowship Spring Branch Campus | AK Kuruvilla | January 18, 2026
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Who do you say Jesus is? That question isn’t just theological; it’s personal, and it determines the direction of your life. In this message from Matthew 16, Pastor Kevin Barra walks through Jesus’ defining question to His disciples and shows how understanding Jesus’ identity leads to embracing His mission. As a church built because someone chose to share their faith, we are called to live multiplied lives that invest in others and carry the gospel forward to the next generation.

• Jesus’ identity is the foundation of our faith and our future
• Jesus invites every believer to join His mission, not just admire it
• God multiplies lives when we invest in others with intention

Key Scriptures:
Matthew 16:13–20
Matthew 28:18–20
Acts 1:6–8
Numbers 8:23–26

Ask yourself who Jesus truly is to you, not just in belief but in allegiance. Consider how God might use your life to invest in someone else this year. Share this message with a friend or family member who is searching for purpose or direction.

Bayou City Fellowship Cypress Campus | Kevin Barra | January 18, 2026
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The new year is a time to reflect and redirect, and in this message, Pastor Kevin Barra calls the church back to the heart of why we exist. We are here today because someone met Jesus, someone shared Jesus, and someone believed it was worth investing their life so that others might know Him. Walking through Matthew 16, this sermon explores the most important question every person must answer: Who do you say Jesus is? When we see Jesus clearly as the Christ, the Son of the living God, it changes the direction of our lives and aligns us with His mission to build His church and make disciples. A multiplying life is not about better strategies, but about ordinary people willing to invest in others so that the gospel continues to move forward.

• We are here because others chose to share Jesus and invest their lives
• Knowing the true identity of Jesus shapes the direction and purpose of our lives
• Following Jesus means joining His mission to make disciples who multiply

Key Scriptures:
Matthew 16:13–20
Matthew 28:18–20
Acts 1:6–8
Numbers 8:23–26

As you begin this year, ask yourself who Jesus truly is to you and where He is calling you to step in obedience. Commit to growing as a disciple, prayerfully look for opportunities to share your faith, and invest in the lives of others. Share this message with friends or family members who are searching for purpose and direction.

Bayou City Fellowship Tomball Campus | Kevin Barra | January 11, 2025
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In this message, Missions Pastor George Terry unpacks the biblical foundation for serving the city and the world. This sermon challenges our view of success, faith, and prayer, calling us to value eternal impact over temporary results. Greater works are not about more spectacular miracles, but about God accomplishing His purposes through ordinary believers who pray, trust, and obey.

• God chose to accomplish His work through believers, not apart from them
• Greater works are more extensive, eternal impact, not greater spectacle
• Prayer aligned with God’s will is the power behind God’s mission

Key Scriptures:
John 14:12–14
Psalm 8
Acts 1:1–2
James 4:2–3

As you consider this message, ask God how He wants to use your life in His mission this year. Pray for a heart that desires what Jesus desires, and take a step toward serving locally or globally. Share this message with friends or family who are longing for purpose beyond the everyday.

Bayou City Fellowship Spring Branch Campus | George Terry | January 11, 2026
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It’s easy to lose direction when we don’t know where we’re headed. In this message, we’re reminded that just like a road trip, following Jesus requires clarity, vision, and focus. From the beginning, God has made the purpose of the church clear: to know Him and to make Him known. Walking through Matthew 22 and several other key passages, this sermon unpacks what it truly means to be radically focused on Jesus. 

• Knowing Jesus is the foundation of real life and lasting joy
• Becoming like Jesus is the goal God is shaping us toward
• Trusting and obeying Jesus leads us to greater life and growth

Key Scriptures:
John 17:3
Matthew 22:35–40
Matthew 28:18–20
John 6:68–69
1 John 2:3–6
John 15:4–11

As you reflect on this message, ask yourself where your focus has drifted and what it would look like to intentionally grow in your love for Jesus. Take a step toward community, join a group, and invite others to walk this journey with you. Share this message with friends or family who are searching for direction and purpose.

Bayou City Fellowship Cypress Campus | Jeremiah Meadows | January 11, 2026
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